McKinnie was drafted by the Vikings in the first round (seventh overall) of the 2002 draft. He spent the majority of his career in Minnesota but was released by the team in 2011. The Ravens signed him to a two-year contract in August 2011. McKinnie started in all 16 games in 2011. In 2012, he was replaced at left tackle during the regular season by Michael Oher, but he started every postseason game.

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McKinnie posted a picture on Instagram during his trip to San Diego for a physical and various meetings. The caption said "In the building early."